Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council

06/16/2026

June 21 – Summer Solstice: A Celebration of Hope, Resilience, and New Beginnings

The Homeless Services Council wants to remember those we have lost while experiencing homelessness. Their lives mattered, their stories mattered, and their memories deserve to be honored. As we pause to reflect on those who are no longer with us, we also recommit ourselves to the work of ensuring that every person has the opportunity to live with dignity, safety, and respect.

On June 21, the Summer Solstice the longest day of the year we will celebrate more than the arrival of summer. We will celebrate hope, resilience and the individuals who have overcome homelessness and found their way home.

Homelessness is not an identity, nor is it a life sentence. It can happen to anyone. Behind every success story is a person who refused to give up despite facing barriers such as the lack of affordable housing, financial hardship, health challenges, and limited access to resources. Their stories remind us that with support, opportunity, and compassion, lives can be transformed.

The Summer Solstice fills our world with light, making it the perfect day to honor those who have emerged from some of life's darkest moments and built brighter futures for themselves and their families. Their achievements are a testament to the strength of the human spirit and a reminder that recovery, stability, and success are possible.

As we celebrate these remarkable individuals, we also renew our commitment to creating communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Together, we can ensure that homelessness is rare, brief, and non-recurring.

On June 21 and always we will honor those we have lost, celebrate those who have overcome, and stand alongside those who are still on their journey. Through compassion, collaboration, and community, we continue to work toward a future where everyone has a safe and stable place to call home.

Connect. Collaborate. Cultivate. / Service • Strength • Stability
Homeless Services Council Remembers

06/16/2026

A special thank you to Deep Six Dive & Water Sports for their generous donation and support of the Homeless Services Council. Community partners like you help make our mission possible, and we are truly grateful for your commitment to helping those in need across the Treasure Coast.

At the Homeless Services Council, we are deeply humbled and incredibly grateful for the support of private businesses that choose to invest in our mission. Their generosity, partnership, and commitment to our community make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Every donation, sponsorship, volunteer effort, fundraising event, and collaborative opportunity helps us provide critical services, housing support, workforce development, and pathways to stability for those we serve across the Treasure Coast.

We believe that lasting change happens when communities come together, and we are honored to work alongside businesses and individuals who share our vision of hope, dignity, and opportunity for all.

If you have ever wondered how you can help, we invite you to join us. Whether through volunteering, sponsoring an event, hosting a fundraiser, donating goods or services, becoming an employer partner, or making a financial contribution, there is a place for everyone to make a difference.

Together, we can continue creating pathways from homelessness to housing, from uncertainty to stability, and from hardship to hope.

To all our current supporters thank you for believing in our mission and for helping us change lives every day. To those considering getting involved we would love to connect with you and explore how we can make an impact together.

💙 Service. Strength. Stability.
& Connect. Collaborate. Cultivate

06/15/2026

As we continue celebrating new beginnings, opportunities, and pathways to success, we are proud publicly recognize Piper Aircraft, Inc. the recipient of the 2026 Homeless Services Council In His Shoes Workforce Partner Award.

This award honors organizations that go above and beyond to create meaningful opportunities for individuals seeking to rebuild their lives through employment, training, and workforce development.

Piper Aircraft has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to helping unemployed and underemployed individuals by opening doors to career opportunities, providing workforce development resources, and supporting pathways to self-sufficiency. Their partnership and collaboration with agencies across our network have resulted in positive outcomes and brighter futures for those we serve.

Work is more than a paycheck it is dignity, stability, purpose, and hope. Through their dedication to empowering individuals with opportunities for growth and success.

Thank you for being a champion of opportunity and for helping individuals take the next step toward a brighter future.

06/15/2026

At Homeless Services Council, we believe that preparation creates opportunity.

Recently, our Director of Human Resources and Compliance, Camille Smilen, MHRM, had the privilege of providing our female program participants with valuable guidance on interview success covering essential skills for before, during, and after the interview process. From preparing a professional resume and making a strong first impression to effective communication and follow-up techniques, the session was designed to help our ladies feel confident and ready to pursue meaningful employment opportunities.

The excitement and appreciation shown by the participants reminded us how powerful knowledge and encouragement can be when someone is working toward a brighter future.

We are also incredibly grateful for our partnership with Kidz Closet, which provides our members with the opportunity to select professional attire for those important job interviews. Looking the part can make all the difference in building confidence and making a positive first impression.

Together, Homeless Services Council and Kidz Closet are joining forces to remove barriers to employment and empower individuals with the tools, confidence, and resources they need to succeed.

Because everyone deserves the opportunity to put their best foot forward.

06/15/2026

A heartfelt thank you to PGA Golf Club Port St. Lucie for their generous donation of complimentary guest fees for four players, including cart fees!

The Homeless Services Council is incredibly grateful for your support and commitment to giving back to our community. Contributions like yours help make our fundraising efforts successful and directly support the vital programs and services we provide to veterans and individuals experiencing homelessness across the Treasure Coast.

Your generosity not only creates memorable experiences for our supporters but also helps us continue our mission of providing hope, housing stability, and pathways to self-sufficiency for those in need.

Thank you, PGA Golf Club Port St. Lucie, for being a valued community partner and for helping us make a lasting impact.

06/13/2026

06/12/2026

A heartfelt thank you to 21st Amendment Distillery for their generous donation to the Homeless Services Council!

Community partners like 21st Amendment make a meaningful difference in the lives of the veterans we serve. Their kindness and commitment to giving back will help us raise critical funds to support veterans who are experiencing homelessness or housing instability, providing them with the resources, support, and opportunities they need to achieve lasting stability.

At the Homeless Services Council, we believe every veteran deserves a safe place to call home and access to the services that honor their sacrifice and service. Thanks to the support of community-minded businesses like 21st Amendment, we can continue making that vision a reality.

Thank you for standing with our veterans and helping us provide Service, Strength, and Stability to those who have served our nation.

06/12/2026

At Homeless Services Council, we are proud to recognize Michael Marsh, Founder and Executive Director of Team Success Enterprises, for his outstanding leadership, advocacy, and commitment to serving our community.

Michael is a passionate activist and advocate whose work has transformed countless lives through compassion, innovation, and a steadfast belief in the potential of every individual. His dedication to creating opportunities and supporting vulnerable populations continues to make a lasting impact throughout the Treasure Coast.

Michael is also a true collaborator. He understands that meaningful change happens when organizations come together to share ideas, resources, and solutions. His partnership with the Homeless Services Council has strengthened our collective efforts to support individuals and families experiencing homelessness and housing instability.

In recognition of his exceptional commitment to shelter services and community partnership, Michael was honored as the recipient of the Homeless Services Council's 2026 In His Shoes Shelter Partner Award. This award celebrates his dedication to providing hope, dignity, and opportunities for those in need while fostering strong community collaborations that create lasting change.

Congratulations, Michael, and thank you for your continued leadership, advocacy, and partnership. We are honored to work alongside you as we continue building a stronger, more compassionate community.

06/12/2026

Today, on Women Veterans Day, we proudly recognize and celebrate the extraordinary women who have served and continue to serve our nation with courage, dedication, and honor.

June 12 commemorates the signing of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act of 1948, landmark legislation that granted women the right to serve as permanent, regular members of the United States Armed Forces. This historic moment opened the door for generations of women to answer the call to serve and help shape the future of our military.

At the Homeless Services Council, we are grateful for the sacrifices, leadership, and resilience of women veterans across our community and our nation. Their service strengthens our country and inspires us all.

Today, we honor their legacy, celebrate their achievements, and reaffirm our commitment to supporting those who have served.

Thank you, women veterans, for your service, strength, and sacrifice.

🇺🇸✨

06/11/2026

https://ircommunityfoundation.org/combating-the-housing-crisis-a-conversation-with-jeff-francisco/

Confronting the Housing Crisis: A Conversation with Jeff Francisco, Chief Strategy Officer at Indian River Habitat for Humanity, President of the Board of Coalition for Attainable Homes, Treasurer of Homeless Services Council, and nonprofit affordable housing representative on the county’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

True community impact happens when organizations come together with a shared vision and a commitment to collaboration.

One of the greatest strengths of our community is the rich collaboration across agencies that inspires innovative, outside-the-box solutions to some of our most pressing challenges.

“We have agents of change all over Indian River County.

Matt Tanner of United Against Poverty of Indian River County, Rayme Nuckles of Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council
Marty Mercado of HOPE for Families Center

When leaders collaborate rather than compete, communities thrive. Together, we are building stronger pathways to hope, stability, and opportunity for all.

If there’s something Jeff Francisco doesn’t know about housing in Indian River County, it probably hasn’t happened or can’t be known. As Chief Strategy Officer at Indian River Habitat for Humanity...